Shepherd dogs were taken out at the time of the beginning of the development of cattle breeding, as assistants and guards from the attack of predators. Initially, they were all called sheepdogs and only with time the breeds got a clear distinction according to their belonging.
Despite the fact that today there are regions where the level of livestock breeding remains quite high, with the development of automation, the relevance in keeping such pets has significantly decreased. And more and more shepherd dog breeds are grown, and kept by lovers for aesthetic and communal needs.
10 Best Shepherd Dog Breeds
- Australian kelpie is one of the best shepherd breeds of dogs. The eyes of these animals have a wide viewing angle, which allows viewing a wide range of territory.
- Border Collie . Clever, active and obedient representatives of the shepherd guard dog breed. Very hardy and smart. In 2009, they were recognized as the cleverest representatives of the four-legged friends of man.
- The Australian healer . A great helper for moving cattle. Slazheno works in a team.
- Entlebuher sennenhund . These representatives of the shepherd guard dog breed are very faithful and always try to please. Very cheerful and mobile.
- Collie . Very smart. They are distinguished by good learning, loyalty and friendship. Very good helpers, companions and friends.
- The Portuguese Shepherd is a shepherd guard breed of dogs, which is distinguished by a clear knowledge of his business and unpretentiousness in his care. They can graze livestock absolutely independently.
- Briard . Active good-natured, faithful and tireless cattle riders. They have good endurance and rare fearlessness.
- Old English Sheepdog or Bobtail . Once the representatives of this breed were fine shepherds. Now, because of their appearance (beautiful long wool) and friendly habits, they have become excellent companions.
- Bernese Mountain Dog . Representatives of this shepherd breed of dogs are now more engaged in security activities. Faithful helpers in everything. Appreciate their universality.
- Bullets . Funny and good-natured creatures with unusual wool. It can fall off the coils on the eyes and fall to the floor, thus protecting the animal from rain and winds.
